Community Support Colleague - Acquired Brain Injury

BASIC FUNCTION:
The Community Support Colleague is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day activities of the program: to include programming, community activities, data collection, record keeping and caring for the personal needs of the Guests. Incorporation of theWOW! Principles into all aspects of our work life.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:
• Works with the ISP Team to establish goals and plans for each of the Guests.
• Monitors and/or provides support and supervision during community outings with Guests.
• Documentation will include compliance with regulatory requirements of the Department of Labor.
• Carries out specific duties and activities as needed, ensures Guest’s safety, and implements a broad variety of activities which promote the goals, needs and desires of each Guest.
• Keeps program area clean to ensure a healthy, clean environment for the Guests.
• Ensures community activities are well planned and supervision is provided to Guests. Ensures the safety of Guests while in the community.
• Works with Colleagues assisting Guests on and off vans/cars, provides physical support entering and exiting building, moving guests in wheelchairs and other needs as indicated by each Guest.
• Performs a variety of personal care functions to assist Guests who are unable to care for themselves. This may include toileting, dressing, feeding, or lifting and moving Guests.
• Teaches, trains, guides and directs Guests individually and in groups to reinforce skills, learn new skills and to increase independence for attainment of ISP goals.
• Regularly observes Guests’ behavior and performance and provides reports, updates and general observations to the Program Director and Interdisciplinary Team.
• Implement the Mission of American Training – “Bring Out the Best in Everyone We Touch, because Every LIFE Matters!” and live the Value Statement.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma (Bachelor's degree preferred)

EXPERIENCE:
At least one year of experience in the Developmental Disabilities field. Experience may be waived if additional education indicates competence.

ATTITUDE:
Is enthusiastic, nice and willing to accept responsibility. Demonstrates an obvious passion for the people we serve and puts theWOW! Principles into action.

SKILLS NEEDED/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Knowledge of appropriate paperwork necessary for mandated record keeping.
• Use the highest standard of ethical conduct at all times, this includes respecting the confidentiality of Colleagues and Guests.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Participate in workplace climate that celebrates and encourages diversity.
• Positively promote the image of Guests with Developmental Disabilities and American Training, Inc.
• Maintain an excellent training record by positively completing all training requirements.
• A valid driver’s license, the use of a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage and a satisfactory CORI are required.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Frequent walking, standing and driving. Must be able to lift 40-50 pounds. Must be able to sustain in a fast paced environment with a high energy level. Must be able to physically implement First Aid/CPR to Guests in response to an emergency situation and or the implementation of a Treatment Plan.

EMOTIONAL EFFORT:
Work environment frequently hectic, fast-paced with periods of high stress. Must be able to calmly and analytically respond to a Guests’ crisis and/or crisis situations. Must be able to apply proper First Aid/CPR during stressful situations. Must be able to appropriately intervene in medical, psychiatric and behavioral crisis situations.